Sr OT Network Engineer — Liberty, NC

Job Description

Must Have Technical/Functional Skills

We are seeking a highly skilled Sr OT Network Engineer to support the design, deployment, and ongoing reliability of Operational Technology network infrastructure in a manufacturing environment. This onsite role serves as a key technical resource and liaison between IT and plant engineering to ensure OT network solutions are delivered securely, efficiently, and with zero unplanned downtime.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on network professional with strong OT and enterprise networking experience, proven ability to work in manufacturing environments, and a collaborative approach to supporting both technical teams and non-technical stakeholders.

support by resolving technical support incidents or service requests in accordance with applicable service level agreements

Roles & Responsibilities

• Serve as the onsite network engineer for OT-related initiatives.

• Lead the deployment and adoption of OT network infrastructure.

• Support the design and implementation of secure, resilient network architectures for industrial and manufacturing environments.

• Ensure OT cybersecurity requirements are incorporated into network solutions, including segmentation, IDMZ, and access control practices.

• Provide escalation support for network incidents and coordinate issue resolution with internal teams and vendors as needed.

• Assist with network standards, implementation practices, and documentation for OT environments.

• Mentor and train local IT support teams and operational staff on OT network fundamentals and troubleshooting.

• Contribute to project planning, cutovers, maintenance activities, and operational readiness.

• Collaborate with stakeholders to translate business and production requirements into effective network solutions

Candidates should have experience with a broad mix of enterprise and OT networking technologies, including:

• Enterprise LAN/WAN networks

• OT / industrial network environments

• Network segmentation and secure network design

• IDMZ architecture

• Firewalls and secure connectivity

• VLANs, routing, switching, and redundancy

• Network monitoring and troubleshooting

• Wireless networking in industrial or manufacturing settings

• High availability network design

• Support for plant-floor, automation, and edge-connected systems

• Industrial network connectivity and protocols

Required Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive network engineering experience.

• Experience supporting OT, industrial, or manufacturing network environments.

• < span style="white-space:pre"> Strong knowledge of enterprise networking and secure network design.

• Demonstrated ability to collaborate across IT and plant teams.

• Experience troubleshooting complex network issues in high-availability environments.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

• Experience supporting deployments, maintenance windows, cutovers, and operational support activities.

• Ability to train and mentor support personnel and operational teams.

• Strong ownership mindset and ability to drive tasks through completion.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing, industrial, or plant-floor environments.

• Familiarity with OT cybersecurity concepts, IDMZ, and segmentation strategies.

• Experience with automation, controls, or industrial systems networking.

• Background supporting large-scale OT network deployments or plant modernization efforts.

• Experience working with production engineering, maintenance, and operations teams.

• Certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, CISSP, or other networking/security credentials.

Experience developing network standards, deployment procedures, or architecture guidance for OT environments

Salary Range: $120,000 - $135,000 per year

TCS Employee Benefits Summary

Discretionary Annual Incentive.

Comprehensive Medical Coverage: Medical & Health, Dental & Vision, Disability Planning & Insurance, Pet Insurance Plans.

Family Support: Maternal & Parental Leaves.

Insurance Options: Auto & Home Insurance, Identity Theft Protection.

Convenience & Professional Growth: Commuter Benefits & Certification & Training Reimbursement.

Time Off: Vacation, Time Off, Sick Leave & Holidays.

Legal & Financial Assistance: Legal Assistance, 401K Plan, Performance Bonus, College Fund, Student Loan Refinancing.

Qualifications: BACHELOR OF COMPUTER SCIENCE